Elgin, Illinois, is a vibrant city located about 35 miles northwest of Chicago along the Fox River, known for its rich history and dynamic community. With a population of around 110,000, Elgin blends small-town charm with urban conveniences, offering a diverse array of attractions like the historic Elgin Tower Building and the scenic Gail Borden Public Library. The city is a hub for arts and culture, hosting events at the Hemmens Cultural Center and boasting a thriving local music scene. Elgin’s revitalized downtown features trendy restaurants, craft breweries, and boutique shops, while its extensive parks and trails, such as Lords Park and the Fox River Trail, cater to outdoor enthusiasts. With excellent schools, a strong economy, and easy access to Chicago via Metra, Elgin is an appealing destination for families and professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle.
Elgin currently has 208 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $493,204.24, 30 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $315,146.67, 15 condos for sale with an average list price of $185,613.07, and 23 lots for sale with an average list price of $716,352.17. The average annual property tax for Elgin is $6,210.23.
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Using the absorption rate, we can determine how long it's taking for homes to sell and which price points are selling the fastest in Elgin, i.e. what's hot and what's not.
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| Big Timber Road | Line(s): Milwaukee District / West Line (MD-W) | 2025 Big Timber Rd., Elgin | View Commute | |
| Elgin | Line(s): Milwaukee District / West Line (MD-W) | 109 Chicago St., Elgin | View Commute | |
| National Street | Line(s): Milwaukee District / West Line (MD-W) | 85 National St., Elgin | View Commute |
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Almora HeightsAlmora Heights is a single-family home community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1957 and 1974. It currently has 1 single family home for sale with a list price of $439,900. The homes range in size from 832 ft2 to 2,358 ft2. The HOA fees range from $25 to $25 per month. The average annual property tax for Almora Heights is $5,060.22. It is located in Kane County. Almora Heights is a single family home neighborhood built in the early 1960s. Almora Heights is located in Elgin, Illinois on Randell Road South of Highland. ... Read more |
Median Price: $362,450 |
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Bent Tree VillageBent Tree Village is a single-family home, condo, and townhouse community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1982 and 1989. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 952 ft2 to 2,143 ft2. The average annual property tax for Bent Tree Village is $4,569.68. It is located in Cook County. Bent Tree Village is a single family home and duplex neighborhood built in the mid 1980s. Bent Tree Village is located in Elgin, Illinois on Blackhawk and Marbilyn. ... Read more |
Median Price: $353,500 |
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Berner EstatesBerner Estates is a single-family home community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1958 and 1992. It currently has 1 lot for sale with a list price of $199,000. The homes range in size from 2,328 ft2 to 3,347 ft2. The average annual property tax for Berner Estates is $8,149.82. It is located in Cook County. Berner Estates is a subdivision of single family homes built in the late 2010s. Berner Estates is located in Elgin south of Shoe Factory Road and west of Rohrssen Road. ... Read more |
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Big Timber AcresBig Timber Acres is a single-family home community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1978 and 1980. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,288 ft2 to 2,900 ft2. The average annual property tax for Big Timber Acres is $5,025.20. It is located in Kane County. Big Timber Acres is a subdivision of single family homes built in the 1970s and 1980s. Big Timber Acres is located in Elgin, Illinois west of Coombs Road and south of Big Timber Road. ... Read more |
Median Price: $360,000 |
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BlackhawkBlackhawk is a single-family home community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1954 and 1966. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 957 ft2 to 8,246 ft2. The average annual property tax for Blackhawk is $4,389.06. It is located in Cook County. Blackhawk is a single family home subdivision built in the 1950s and 1960s. Blackhawk is located in Elgin, Illinois north of Congdon Avenue and east of Dundee. ... Read more |
Median Price: $320,000 |
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Elgin home sales for the month of February decreased in volume by 17.1% when compared to last year, while the median sale price decreased by 4.5% from $331,500 to $316,500. House sales decreased by 37.3%, while the median sale price rose by 4.2% from $355,000 to $370,000. Condo sales rose by 50%, while the median sale price rose by 7.8% from $210,500 to $227,000. Townhouse sales rose by 57.1%, while the median sale price decreased by 1.3% from $310,000 to $306,000.
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Homes Just Sold in Elgin: March 17th to March 23rd - March 24, 2026Elgin had 12 sales during the week of Tuesday, March 17 to Monday, March 23, including including 8 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $406,612.50, ... continue reading |
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New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in Elgin: March 14th to March 20th - March 21, 2026Elgin had 8 new homes for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, March 14 to Friday, March 20, including 6 single ... continue reading |
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New Homes For Sale This Week in Elgin: March 13th to March 19th - March 20, 2026Elgin had 35 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, March 13 to Thursday, March 19, including including 26 single family homes for sale with an average list ... continue reading |
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New Construction Homes For Sale This Week in Elgin: March 11th to March 17th - March 18, 2026Elgin had 2 new construction homes during the week of Wednesday, March 11 to Tuesday, March 17, including 2 single family homes for sale with an average list price of ... continue reading |
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Homes Just Sold in Elgin: March 10th to March 16th - March 17, 2026Elgin had 18 sales during the week of Tuesday, March 10 to Monday, March 16, including including 12 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $383,437.25, ... continue reading |
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